Drums of Darkness Larry Neeck

Command Series

The Barnhouse Command Series includes works at grade levels 2, 2.5, and 3. This series is designed for middle school and junior high school bands, as well as high school bands of smaller instrumentation or limited experience. Command Series publications have a slightly larger instrumentation than the Rising Band Series, and are typically of larger scope, duration, and musical content.

The percussion section powers this dramatic and mysterious composition. Eerie percussion effects and changing instrumental colors heighten the tension, which explodes into a fast-paced, forceful rhythmic romp. The ranges and difficulty of the wind and percussion parts are within the easy level, making this and fun and energizing piece for your middle or junior high band to perform.